Introducing the Taylor 512ce Urban Ironbark 12-Fret, a remarkable blend of sustainable craftsmanship and sonic excellence. This acoustic-electric guitar takes root in Taylor's innovative Urban Species series, featuring back and sides crafted from urban ironbark—a dense tonewood reminiscent of ebony and rosewood. This unique material delivers a rich, resonant sound that is further enhanced by the torrefied Sitka spruce top, providing exceptional projection and clarity that fingerstyle players and studio professionals will appreciate.

The 512ce's compact Grand Concert body shape offers a silky string feel and minimizes overtones, making it an excellent choice for intricate playing styles. The Venetian cutaway grants easy access to upper frets, while the smooth mahogany neck and ebony fingerboard ensure a comfortable playing experience. Taylor's V-Class bracing further refines the guitar’s tonal properties, enhancing volume and sustain while maintaining impeccable intonation.

Equipped with the Taylor Expression System 2 electronics, this guitar captures every nuance of your performance with remarkable clarity. The ES2 system's innovative pickup placement and controls allow for fine-tuning of your sound, making it ideal for both live performances and studio recordings. Aesthetically, the guitar is adorned with Aerial inlays and faux tortoise binding, adding a touch of elegance to its modern design.

Key Features:

• Urban ironbark back and sides for rich tonal depth
• Torrefied Sitka spruce top for superior projection
• Grand Concert body shape with Venetian cutaway
• V-Class bracing for enhanced sustain and intonation
• Taylor Expression System 2 electronics for clear sound reproduction
• Mahogany neck with ebony fingerboard and Aerial inlays
• Comes with a deluxe hard shell case for protection and style

Product specs

FAQs

What are the tonal characteristics of the Taylor 512ce Urban Ironbark 12-Fret guitar?

The Taylor 512ce Urban Ironbark 12-Fret offers a rich, warm tone with clear articulation, thanks to its Red Ironbark back and sides paired with a torrefied Sitka spruce top. This combination delivers a dynamic range suitable for fingerstyle and light strumming.

Is the Taylor 512ce Urban Ironbark 12-Fret suitable for fingerstyle playing?

Yes, the Grand Concert body shape and 12-fret design make the Taylor 512ce Urban Ironbark ideal for fingerstyle players, providing excellent playability and a focused, articulate sound.

How does the V-Class bracing affect the sound of the Taylor 512ce Urban Ironbark 12-Fret?

The V-Class bracing enhances the guitar's sustain and volume, while improving intonation. This innovative design allows for more dynamic range and tonal balance across the fretboard.

What electronics are included in the Taylor 512ce Urban Ironbark 12-Fret?

The Taylor 512ce Urban Ironbark 12-Fret is equipped with Taylor's ES2 electronics, which provide a natural amplified sound with easy-to-use controls for volume and tone shaping.

What is the scale length of the Taylor 512ce Urban Ironbark 12-Fret, and how does it affect playability?

The scale length is 24.875 inches, which results in a slightly softer string tension and a more comfortable playing experience, especially for fingerstyle techniques and complex chords.